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Stuffed Acorn Squash with Creamed Spinach & Cheese Recipe

Stuffed Acorn Squash with Creamed Spinach & Cheese Recipe
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Golden roasted acorn squash halves filled with creamy spinach, herbs, and bubbling cheese. This comforting vegetarian dish is savory, earthy, and perfect for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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For the Acorn Squash:

  • 2 medium acorn squash, halved and seeded
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Creamed Spinach Filling:

  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 5 oz fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

For Garnish:

  • Fresh thyme

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
  2. Prepare the Acorn Squash: Brush acorn squash halves with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, then roast cut-side down for 35–40 minutes until golden and tender.
  3. Make the Creamed Spinach Filling: In a skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic, add spinach and cook until wilted. Stir in cream cheese, heavy cream, nutmeg, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
  4. Fill the Squash Halves: Spoon the spinach mixture into the roasted squash halves.
  5. Add Cheese and Bake: Top with mozzarella, bake for 10 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh thyme and serve warm.

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